ALREADY faced with intensifying competition in the over-the-top (OTT) space, and potentially higher costs arising from a strengthening US dollar, it appears that another challenge looms ahead for Astro Malaysia Holdings
Bhd.
News that the English Premier League (EPL) is “actively working” on plans to launch a Netflix-style digital streaming channel to sell live games direct to fans raises concerns about Astro’s prospects.
Astro is the official EPL broadcaster in Malaysia and the offering is seen as the crown jewel of its sports package offerings.
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